CVE-2002-0235

CVE-2002-0235 is a high-severity vulnerability in Castelle Faxpress with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Castelle FaxPress, possibly 6.3 and other versions, when configured to use the Network print queue, allows attackers to obtain the username and password by submitting an incorrect login, which causes Faxpress to leak the correct username and password in plaintext in an error event.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0235?
Castelle FaxPress, possibly 6.3 and other versions, when configured to use the Network print queue, allows attackers to obtain the username and password by submitting an incorrect login, which causes Faxpress to leak the correct username and password in plaintext in an error event.
How severe is CVE-2002-0235?
CVE-2002-0235 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-0235 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-0235?
CVE-2002-0235 affects Castelle Faxpress. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0235?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-0235 published?
CVE-2002-0235 was published on 2002-05-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)